Vin Diesel Accused Of Sexual Assault & Discrimination In Lawsuit

Actor Vin Diesel, known for his role in the Fast and Furious franchise, is facing serious allegations of sexual battery and discriminatory practices in a lawsuit filed on Thursday. Asta Jonasson, a former assistant of Diesel’s, claims she was assaulted by the actor in 2010 while working on the set of Fast Five and subsequently fired hours later.

The lawsuit filed by Jonasson, first reported by Vanity Fair, details the alleged incident and accuses Diesel, his production company One Race Productions, and his sister, the company’s president, of a range of harmful actions. These include:

• Sexual battery: Jonasson accuses Diesel of forcing himself on her during the filming of Fast Five.
• Gender-based discrimination: The lawsuit claims Jonasson faced discriminatory treatment due to her gender.
• Hostile work environment: The working environment for Jonasson is described as hostile and uncomfortable.
• Retaliation: Jonasson alleges she was fired in retaliation for the alleged assault.
• Wrongful termination: The lawsuit claims Jonasson’s termination was illegal.

Jonasson’s attorney, Claire-Lise Kutlay, issued a statement emphasizing the aim of the lawsuit: “Ms. Jonasson’s lawsuit seeks to hold Mr. Diesel and those who allowed and covered up his sexual assault, accountable for their egregious actions.”

Diesel’s representatives haven’t yet responded to requests for comment.

Jonasson, with prior experience working with production companies and high-profile individuals, was hired by One Race in September 2010. According to the lawsuit, she swiftly assumed responsibilities such as party planning and attending to Diesel’s personal demands. Notably, one claim is that she was required to stay close to the actor at parties as “cover” in case he was photographed with other women without his girlfriend present.

These grave allegations require thorough investigation and due process. While the lawsuit presents Jonasson’s claims, it’s crucial to remember that Diesel is presumed innocent until proven guilty. This developing situation will undoubtedly be closely monitored and further details will likely emerge in the coming days.